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Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-Imagn Images | Bruce Kluckhohn-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Chris Schad"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Thunder might have accidentally just done the Timberwolves a massive favor </title><link>https://dunkingwithwolves.com/thunder-might-have-accidentally-just-done-the-timberwolves-a-massive-favor-kenrich-williams?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Eamon Cassels</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kwambkdczh</guid><description>Kenrich Williams is a realistic target for the Timberwolves in free agency. And if the Wolves sign him it would all be thanks to the Thunder. </description><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 22:11:13 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1875,h_1054,x_2000,y_62/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/91/01kwamesk5a62j3ahxvp.jpg" caption="May 26, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Kenrich Williams (34) reacts after a play during the first quarter against the San Antonio Spurs in game five of the western conference finals for the 2026 NBA playoffs at Paycom Center. 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Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-Imagn Images | Bruce Kluckhohn-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Eamon Cassels"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Timberwolves&#39; thrilling LaMelo Ball vision comes with a major risk</title><link>https://dunkingwithwolves.com/timberwolves-thrilling-lamelo-ball-vision-comes-with-a-major-risk?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Chris Schad</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kwa1bbz13a</guid><description>LaMelo Ball&#39;s long list of injuries is one thing that could derail the Minnesota Timberwolves&#39; plans.</description><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 18:00:02 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4793,h_2696,x_132,y_40/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/91/01kwa1dx639sds8s4cyf.jpg" caption="Mar 31, 2026; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (1) reacts during the first quarter against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center. 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However, this couldn&#39;t be further from the truth.</description><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 17:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2809,h_1580,x_1350,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/91/01kwa1gbcne14y10fcmm.jpg" caption="Mar 13, 2026; San Francisco, California, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) reacts after being fouled against the Golden State Warriors in the first quarter at the Chase Center. 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Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images | Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Kenny Kluska"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Mike Conley&#39;s return to the Timberwolves may not be a sure thing</title><link>https://dunkingwithwolves.com/mike-conley-s-return-to-the-timberwolves-may-not-be-a-sure-thing?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Kenny Kluska</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kw95j90er5</guid><description>According to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line, the Heat are interested in Mike Conley.</description><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 14:00:02 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2514,h_1414,x_1082,y_30/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/91/01kw9s7p9vj27dphwfm6.jpg" caption="Apr 27, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Mike Conley (10) dribbles the ball up court in the first quarter against the Denver Nuggets during game five of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Ball Arena. 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Downing-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Kenny Kluska"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Timberwolves fans can&#39;t help but laugh at foolish LaMelo Ball trade grade</title><link>https://dunkingwithwolves.com/timberwolves-fans-can-t-help-but-laugh-at-foolish-lamelo-ball-trade-grade?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ethan Kinney</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kw3h608ra6</guid><description>Giving the Wolves a D+ for acquiring an all-star who will make everyone better simply doesn&#39;t make any sense, given that they only gave up one true pick. </description><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 12:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1942,h_1092,x_857,y_91/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/91/01kw8tdrzhr9a33y2wwn.jpg" caption="Mar 19, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (1) smiles as he dribbles the ball during the first quarter against the Orlando Magic at Spectrum Center. 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Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images | Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Eamon Cassels"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Former &#34;draft bust&#34; could be a realistic option for the Timberwolves to fill major void</title><link>https://dunkingwithwolves.com/former-draft-bust-could-be-a-realistic-option-for-the-timberwolves-to-fill-major-void-bagley?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Eamon Cassels</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kw7st9775w</guid><description>Marvin Bagley is a realistic option for the Timberwolves as they look to fill their need for a power forward. </description><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 20:00:02 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3740,h_2103,x_1041,y_172/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/91/01kw7t0mp61z87r953d8.jpg" caption="Apr 8, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Marvin Bagley III (35) against the Phoenix Suns at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Eamon Cassels"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Miles Bridges trade allows Naz Reid to earn a role he never had with the Timberwolves</title><link>https://dunkingwithwolves.com/miles-bridges-trade-allows-naz-reid-to-earn-a-role-he-never-had-with-the-timberwolves?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Eamon Cassels</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kw7rf3v1a1</guid><description>With Miles Bridges being on the move, Naz Reid is set to earn a starting role for the first time in his career. </description><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 18:55:14 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2622,h_1474,x_666,y_389/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/91/01kw7rm83p46d7v4wbte.jpg" caption="Nov 21, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves center Naz Reid (11) against the Phoenix Suns during an NBA Cup game at Mortgage Matchup Center. 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Rebilas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Eamon Cassels"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Josh Green&#39;s path to regular minutes won&#39;t be smooth if he stays with the Timberwolves</title><link>https://dunkingwithwolves.com/josh-green-s-path-to-regular-minutes-won-t-be-smooth-if-he-stays-with-the-timberwolves?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Kenny Kluska</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kw6rh138cb</guid><description>There may be too many backcourt players ahead of Josh Green on the depth chart for him to see regular minutes if he remains with the Timberwolves.</description><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 18:00:02 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2720,h_1530,x_2173,y_120/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/91/01kw7kh65nth03gx2f9z.jpg" caption="Dec 31, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Josh Green (10) during the first quarter against the Golden State Warriors at Spectrum Center. 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Rebilas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Kenny Kluska"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Timberwolves are facing a Terrence Shannon Jr. dilemma following LaMelo Ball&#39;s arrival</title><link>https://dunkingwithwolves.com/timberwolves-are-facing-a-terrence-shannon-jr-dilemma-following-lamelo-ball-s-arrival?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Eamon Cassels</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kw528a7yxh</guid><description>Terrence Shannon Jr. could be the odd man out if the Timberwolves want to trade for a power forward, but giving up on a young player is always risky. </description><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 21:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4253,h_2392,x_1360,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/91/01kw52hfh48m5ht50ndz.jpg" caption="Nov 29, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Terrence Shannon Jr. (1) during a stoppage against the Boston Celtics in the fourth quarter at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Blewett-Imagn Images | Matt Blewett-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Eamon Cassels"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Naz Reid&#39;s ranking in Timberwolves all-time categories underscores his remarkable journey </title><link>https://dunkingwithwolves.com/naz-reid-s-ranking-in-timberwolves-all-time-categories-underscores-his-remarkable-journey?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Kenny Kluska</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kw4kx32sgx</guid><description>Naz Reid is among the all-time leaders in numerous categories for the Timberwolves.</description><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 18:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2055,h_1155,x_804,y_72/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/91/01kw50rcyhxhbxwqbmnj.jpg" caption="Apr 20, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves center Naz Reid (11) reacts before the game against the Denver Nuggets during game two of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Ball Arena. 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Charlotte got a good one. </description><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:00:03 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2095,h_1178,x_788,y_103/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/91/01kw23g6hx0761r9dv7s.jpg" caption="Apr 20, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves center Naz Reid (11) reacts before the game against the Denver Nuggets during game two of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Ball Arena. 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Bickerstaff&#39;s comments on Micah Nori somewhat miss the mark</title><link>https://dunkingwithwolves.com/j-b-bickerstaff-s-comments-on-micah-nori-somewhat-miss-the-mark?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Kenny Kluska</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kvz1cyn17d</guid><description>Micah Nori has been an assistant for 15 years, and it would have been difficult for him not to take Portland&#39;s head coaching job.</description><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 21:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3368,h_1894,x_842,y_234/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/91/01kvz1mkaha24cq8srrp.jpg" caption="Nov 21, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves assistant coach Micah Nori against the Phoenix Suns during an NBA Cup game at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. 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Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-Imagn Images | Erik Williams-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Eamon Cassels"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Julius Randle trade just got even better as Timberwolves draft Duke stud</title><link>https://dunkingwithwolves.com/julius-randle-trade-got-better-timberwolves-draft-duke-stud-isaiah-evans?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Josh Cornelissen</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kvy850e77g</guid><description>The Minnesota Timberwolves offloaded Julius Randle for salary relief, and the cost was a small draft drop that didn&#39;t matter as Duke stud Isaiah Evans fell right to them.</description><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 02:55:41 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4613,h_2594,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/91/01kvy8bbryr9a0r49fhx.jpg" caption="Julius Randle, Minnesota Timberwolves | Mark J. 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Downing-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Eamon Cassels"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Timberwolves ownership might already be playing an unwanted role in their offseason plans</title><link>https://dunkingwithwolves.com/timberwolves-ownership-is-might-already-playing-an-unwanted-role-in-their-offseason-plans?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Chris Schad</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kvxfr990ak</guid><description>The Timberwolves&#39; possible reluctance to go into the luxury tax could limit what they do this offseason.</description><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 19:30:59 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1405,h_790,x_411,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/91/01kvxft79380h29hkmj7.jpg" caption="Apr 14, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves and Lynx minority owners Marc Lore and Alex Rodriguez talk in the fourth quarter of the game against the Phoenix Suns at Target Center. 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Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images | Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Kenny Kluska"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Growth from Joan Beringer could cause another major Timberwolves roster change</title><link>https://dunkingwithwolves.com/growth-from-joan-beringer-could-cause-another-major-timberwolves-roster-change-gobert?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Kenny Kluska</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kvwba2739x</guid><description>Joan Beringer is primed for a much larger role, especially after the Timberwolves traded Julius Randle, which could lead to a Rudy Gobert trade. </description><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 16:07:09 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3445,h_1937,x_831,y_1348/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/91/01kvwbcc9168xx391xz3.jpg" caption="Apr 12, 2026; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves forward Joan Beringer (19) drives to the basket against the New Orleans Pelicans in the second half at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images | Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Kenny Kluska"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Hornets&#39; Christian Anderson selection could help the Timberwolves solve their guard void</title><link>https://dunkingwithwolves.com/hornets-christian-anderson-selection-could-help-the-timberwolves-solve-their-guard-void-coby-white?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Eamon Cassels</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kvwxtq6ez5</guid><description>With the Hornets drafting Christian Anderson, they could feel comfortable letting Coby White walk in free agency -- and that&#39;s great news for the Timberwolves. </description><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 14:05:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2947,h_1657,x_0,y_10/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/91/01kvwy4qpp1qhkezhkpt.jpg" caption="Apr 2, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Coby White (3) acknowledges an assist from guard/forward Kon Knueppel (7) during the second quarter against the Phoenix Suns at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images | Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Eamon Cassels"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Timberwolves should be smiling as two ideal draft targets fall out of the first-round</title><link>https://dunkingwithwolves.com/timberwolves-should-be-smiling-as-two-ideal-draft-targets-fall-out-of-the-first-round-thomas-evans?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Eamon Cassels</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kvvxew1vpg</guid><description>Getting either Meleek Thomas or Isaiah Evans at pick 33 would be a dream outcome for the Timberwolves and this (somehow) feels possible. </description><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 04:35:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_6832,h_3843,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/91/01kvvxkf4m4d5ez4s1ae.jpg" caption="Mar 15, 2026; Nashville, TN, USA; Arkansas Razorbacks guard Meleek Thomas (1) celebrates after the men&#39;s SEC Conference Tournament Championship against the Vanderbilt Commodores at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images | Steve Roberts-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Eamon Cassels"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Timberwolves&#39; important decision brought further into limelight after Julius Randle trade</title><link>https://dunkingwithwolves.com/timberwolves-important-decision-brought-further-into-limelight-after-julius-randle-trade?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Kenny Kluska</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kvsyjdfnqp</guid><description>Tim Connelly is only signed for the upcoming season and would be highly sought after if he becomes available.</description><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 15:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3209,h_1805,x_457,y_40/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/91/01kvsykredq5waptc9sw.jpg" caption="Sep 29, 2025; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves president of basketball operations Tim Connelly speaks to the media during media day at Target Center. 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